Perry Middle vs Polk Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Texas, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Perry Middle
Carrollton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
825 students
Polk Middle
Carrollton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
974 students
| Measure | Perry Middle Carrollton, Texas | Polk Middle Carrollton, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #785 of 1,684 | #993 of 1,684 |
| National rank | #7884 of 15,369 | #9302 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 825 | 974 |
| Enrollment | 825 | 974 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.5% | 73.5% |
| Students per teacher | 13.5 | 13.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 44% |
| city | Carrollton | Carrollton |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Perry Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.9 vs 42.4).
- •Perry Middle does better on math proficiency (56% vs 44%).
- •Perry Middle does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 39%).
- •Perry Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.5% vs 73.5%).
- •Polk Middle is the larger school with 974 students compared with 825.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Perry Middle better than Polk Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Perry Middle ranks higher (48.9 vs 42.4 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Perry Middle and Polk Middle?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Carrollton and Carrollton in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Perry Middle: 825. Polk Middle: 974. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Perry Middle and Polk Middle rank in Texas?
Perry Middle is 785th of 1,684 and Polk Middle is 993rd of 1,684 among middle schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).